Black Lion Investment Group, led by Robert Rivani, has sold one of their trophy assets in Miami Beach’s highly sought after South of Fifth neighborhood for $28.2 million to Texas-based investor River Oaks Properties, led by its President Adam Frank.
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Carbon Neutral Apple Miami Worldcenter Now Open In Downtown Miami's Miami Worldcenter
In a significant addition to Downtown Miami, Apple has announced the upcoming grand opening of its new store at Miami Worldcenter, designed to be a vibrant destination for technology enthusiasts and casual shoppers alike. This will mark Apple’s sixth retail location in the Miami-Dade County, further cementing the tech giant’s expanding footprint in this bustling region.
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Reserve Cup Returns to Miami and Announces Expansion to Other Cities
The highly anticipated Reserve Cup, a flagship event by Reserve Padel, is set to return to Miami from January 23–25, 2025. Building on its successful inaugural tournament in 2024, the event will kick off the newly expanded Reserve Cup Series, featuring three weeks of elite padel competition in three major cities. This evolution positions the Reserve Cup Series as a premier showcase of the world’s top padel players, competing for the highest prize money in the sport’s history exceeding $1.7 million.
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James Beard-Nominated Duo Opens Ghee a Modern Farm to Table Indian Restaurant in Wynwood
FEAL Hospitality, the renowned restaurant group helmed by James Beard Award nominees Chef Niven Patel and Mohamed “Mo” Alkassar, has opened a new Ghee Indian Kitchen in Miami’s arts-centric Wynwood neighborhood. The Wynwood location will be the first step in Ghee’s planned national expansion, following the success of its original Dadeland restaurant and with Atlanta on the horizon. Known for redefining Indian dining in South Florida, Ghee has earned a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand distinction for three consecutive years (2022–2024) and captivated diners with its modern farm-to-table approach to Indian cuisine.
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MIMI Chinese Makes International Debut in Miami Beach
South Beach has officially added a new gem to its culinary crown. Big Hug Hospitality, the Toronto-based team behind some of Canada’s most celebrated dining establishments, has opened MIMI Chinese, marking their first international venture. Renowned for its thoughtful exploration of regional Chinese cuisine, MIMI Chinese has already made waves in Toronto’s dining scene, earning Michelin recognition and a devoted following. The Miami Beach location brings the same innovative and hospitality-driven experience to one of the country’s most vibrant culinary cities.
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Kissaki Miami Unveils KISS: A Sophisticated Cocktail and Tapas Bar in South of Fifth
Miami Beach’s vibrant dining scene is getting a fresh addition with the opening of KISS, a chic cocktail and tapas bar from the team behind the celebrated Japanese restaurant Kissaki. Officially opened last week in South of Fifth, the venue combines innovative cocktails with globally inspired small plates, offering a unique experience that bridges creative mixology and culinary artistry.
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Acclaimed Mexican Hospitality Brand RosaNegra Makes Its U.S. Debut
Grupo RosaNegra, the acclaimed Mexican hospitality group celebrated for its blend of elevated Latin American cuisine and high-energy dining experiences, has announced the opening of its first U.S. location in Miami’s Brickell district. The new RosaNegra restaurant is situated in the Dua Miami, Autograph Collection Hotel, formerly the SLS Brickell, and will officially open its doors on December 4, 2024. The space is owned by Robert Rivani, President of Black Lion.
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Eighteen Sunset Achieves Full Occupancy in Miami Beach’s Thriving Office Market
Eighteen Sunset, a highly anticipated mixed-use boutique development in Miami Beach’s Sunset Harbour neighborhood, has achieved full occupancy for its premium office spaces. The 17,708 square feet of Class A+ office space has been fully leased, highlighting the surging demand for luxury work environments in Miami Beach.
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Casa Gianna Brings Vibrant Italian Dining to Gale Miami Hotel & Residences
Opening on November 18, 2024, Casa Gianna will debut as a fresh Italian dining experience at the newly launched Gale Miami Hotel & Residences in Downtown Miami. Developed in collaboration with the global hospitality brand Zouk Group, Casa Gianna aims to offer an inviting and authentic culinary experience, transitioning seamlessly from a morning café into a lively evening dining spot.
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BD Hotels Breaks Ground on The Nora Hotel in West Palm Beach’s Nora District
The highly anticipated Nora District in West Palm Beach marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of The Nora Hotel, a new 201-key boutique hotel developed by BD Hotels, in collaboration with Sean MacPherson, NDT Development, Place Projects, and Wheelock Street Capital.
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